President's Weekly, May 21

May 21, 2018

News Staff Arts Athletics Events

Join the Transfer Center in recognizing the students who are transferring to a university in the fall. The 2018 Transfer Celebration is on Friday, May 25 at 12:30 p.m. in the Dining Hall. RSVPs are required. The Class of 2018 is the largest yet in FC's history. Up 17 percent from last year, the number of degrees applied for during the 2017-18 academic year is approximately 2,970!

Get Social During Commencement

Snap, share, like, and tag us in all your Commencement photos using #FCGrad18 and look for a special Snapchat filter on May 26 during Commencement activities as we prepare to celebrate the Class of 2018. Get all the details you need about Commencement by visiting the website.

Children's Summer Swim Lessons Offered at Fullerton College

Fullerton College has one of the best summer swim programs in Southern California offering swim lessons by a staff of athletes dedicating their time and skills to youngsters. Read more...

Temporary Parking Lot Closure

Please be advised that Student Parking Lot 6 (located north of the baseball field and south of Sherbeck Field) will be closed through Friday, June 1 for commencement. Temporary bleachers are being installed on the football field. For any questions or concerns, please call Melisa McLellan in the Office of Administrative Services at 714-992-7017.

Last President's Weekly for Spring 2018

The President's Weekly will take a hiatus during the summer. The newsletter will resume on August 20, 2018. Stay current on news at Fullerton College throughout the summer by visiting the News Center or our various social media sites

Hornet Students Named Finalists in LA Press Club Awards

Fullerton College journalism students were named finalists in three categories in the Los Angeles Press Club's 60th SoCal Journalism Awards Contest. Read more...

Finals Week Hospitality

Today and Tuesday, Student Activities will host Finals Week Hospitality on the Student Center Patio. Scantrons, blue books, and pencils will be available in the Student Center all week and the "When Finals Are Over" boards will be on display in the quad until Friday morning.

Announcing the Gerald Padilla Ethnic Studies Scholarship

A scholarship has been established at Fullerton College in the name of esteemed teacher, mentor and friend, Gerald Padilla. Donate in his honor to continue his legacy! Visit fullertoncollegescholarships.com. Be sure to specify the name of the scholarship when making a tax-deductible donation.

Classified Staff Appreciation Lunch: May 30

This year's Classified Staff Appreciation Lunch is on Wednesday, May 30 at 11:30 a.m. in the Campus Dining Room. Come hungry!

Prof. Jamie Shew Releases New Album

Jamie Shew released her new album, Eyes Wide Open on May 15 and has a CD Release Concert at the Blue Whale in Los Angeles on Thursday, May 24 at 9 p.m. For more information, visit jamieshewmusic.com.

Women's Track and Field

Freshman Myrna Gillas is now an All-American athlete after placing fourth overall the CCCAA State Track and Field Championships that were held at Bakersfield College last Saturday. Gillas competed in the high jump event with a leap of 5'3" for an impressive fourth place finish. "This journey has been amazing. The work has paid off, and I'm excited to be an All-American," Gillas said. She finished out the season with great pride and respect for herself while making the Hornet program very proud. Gillas had awesome support from her coaches, teammates, and mom who came out to watch her compete.

Swim and Dive: Welcome Coach Jerry Olszewski

Both the Hornet men and women's swim and dive teams will have a fresh look under new head coach Jerry Olszewski. Olszewski has been successful at every level and looks to bring great success to the aquatics program. Read more...

Jazz Band and J Train

May 22 at 7:30 p.m., Campus Theatre

This award-winning ensemble performs jazz fusion music as well as standard big band swing jazz throughout the semester.

Percussion Ensemble

May 23 at 7:30 p.m., Campus Theatre

The Percussion Ensemble is a chamber music group performing new works for percussion. The ensemble provides a chance for students to apply the technical skills they learn in lessons/classes to explore art and decision making with fellow percussionists.

Comedy Improv Night

May 25 at 7:30 p.m., Bronwyn Dodson Theatre

The highly popular Improvisation for Theatre, Film, and Television class host a comedy improv night each semester.

Friday, May 25

Commencement Rehearsal - 10 a.m., Sherbeck Field

Transfer Celebration - 1 p.m., Dining Hall

Saturday, May 26

Commencement - 9 a.m., Sherbeck Field

Monday, June 11

Summer Classes Begin

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